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Debates as Manufactured Spectacles
Modern political debates have shifted from organic events aimed at informing voters to manufactured spectacles created for media attention. Instead of being genuine discussions between candidates, these debates are orchestrated by networks like CNN, turning them into televised events where the focus is more on ratings than political discourse. Unlike historical debates, which emerged from public necessity, today's debates serve primarily as entertainment for audiences, devoid of the genuine competitive spirit found in sports.